What’s Next for Toronto Film Fest at 50 Years?
The Hollywood ReporterStory by Etan Vlessing
scrn logline
As TIFF approaches its 50th anniversary, the festival embraces digital transformation to stay ahead in a changing industry, with plans for a new content market in 2026.
beat sheet
- TIFF's CEO Cameron Bailey says the festival is looking to appeal to a new generation of cinephiles who view movies on streaming platforms and digital venues, as part of a formula for future growth.
- TIFF's chief programming officer Anita Lee points to the success of A24's 'Everything Everywhere All at Once,' which gained momentum through social media influencers, as an example of how the festival is adapting to evolving awards season strategies.
call sheet
Cameron Bailey, Anita Lee, Kathryn Bigelow, Mike Flanagan, Emilia Pérez, Anoura, Conclave, Ben Stiller, Hyun Bin, Laura Piani, Woo Min-ho, TIFF, Venice Film Festival, Telluride Film Festival, Neon, A24, The Hurt Locker, The Life of Chuck, Nutcrackers, Harbin, Jane Austen Wrecked My Life, Parasite, Everything Everywhere All at Once